Property Fund Product Developer (Interim)

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Job description

We are a leading independent global asset manager, dedicated to delivering the best outcomes for our clients through a highly diversified range of actively-managed products. We are truly global, supporting our individual and institutional investors across a range of products, encompassing equities, fixed income, multi-asset and alternatives. Our high-energy and collaborative culture at Janus Henderson helps our client achieve their goals and ensures that our people love the place they work.The departmentThe Global Product Development and Management team sits within the wider Distribution function of Janus Henderson Investors.Overview of the roleYou will be responsible for product initiatives relating to the JHI UK Property PAIF and Feeder Fund. This will encompass product development, product management and associated project delivery.The focus of this role is expected to be split between40% Product management and product development60% Coordination and project management responsibilitiesDuties and responsibilitiesYou will:Support as directed product development and project initiatives relating exclusively to the JHI UK Property PAIF and Feeder FundWork with our third-party property manager (Nuveen) and distribution leads to oversee the JHI UK Property PAIF and Feeder Fund and develop tactical and strategic solutions.Ensure the approval of initiatives through the JHI product governance process, including ACD approvalsStakeholder management including communication on project delivery, progress and issues arisingLead relationships with other internal departments on any in-scope product related issuesCommittee and board representation as appropriateMaintain awareness of industry developments and regulatory changes with regard to open-ended property fundsOwnership of fund documentation and any other relevant fund legal documentationOwnership of any client and distributor communicationsField queries and issues relating to the product proposition, its design and operating modelCarry out additional duties as assigned.Supervisory responsibilitiesNoTechnical skills and qualificationsDegree educated.IMC preferableDetailed knowledge and experience of open-ended property funds is essentialCompetencies requiredIn addition to putting clients first, acting like an owner, and succeeding as a team, the competencies for this role include:Proven project management skillsAbility to work closely with, and influence, portfolio managers, other front office personnel and executives.Good communication skills, both verbal and written, and ability to liaise with senior management, peers and other team members.Commercial awareness.Understanding of the drivers and processes integral to successful product development and management.Lateral-thinking with a creative mind and a proactive approach to opportunitiesPrepared to work hard and will enjoy the challenges of a fast moving and changing environment. Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlinesStrong organisational skillsAbility to work under pressure and to tight deadlinesCommitted team playerStrong analytical skills and attention to detailStrong management of stakeholders and their issuesOngoing competence in the role to be assessed, in line with applicable regulatory requirements, by:Completion of all assigned compliance trainingAnnual attestation (Knowledge and Competence in-scope roles only)Compliance requirementsAt a minimum the role will require you to:Place the interest of Janus Henderson's Clients first, act in accordance with TCF (Treating Customers Fairly) principlesUnderstand and follow laws and regulations applicable for your role, seeking the help of your supervising manager or Compliance if additional guidance is requiredUnderstand and abide by all Janus Henderson policies applicable to your role, and seek support/guidance of the policy owner guidance when requiredYou are ultimately accountable for your actions and responsible for seeking further information on any or all of the above as necessary.Janus Henderson (including its subsidiaries) will not maintain existing or sponsor new industry registrations or licenses where not supported by an employee's job functions (as determined by Janus Henderson at its sole discretion).All applicants must be willing to comply with the provisions of Janus Henderson Investment Advisory Code of Ethics related to personal securities activities and other disclosure and certification requirements, including past political contributions and political activities. Applicants' past political contributions or activity may impact applicants' eligibility for this position. Janus Henderson is an equal opportunity /Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All applications are subject to background checks.